K’taka govt launches cybersecurity policy, outflow of Rs 103 cr for 5 years

To curb the rising menace of cyber crimes, the Government of Karnataka (GoK) on Thursday allocated Rs 103 crore over five years to build a strong cybersecurity ecosystem across the state.

The Cybersecurity Policy 2024 report will also focus on a skilling programme by CISCO. GoK also announced a significant initiative to bolster cybersecurity skills and digital safety across the state. The government has signed a MoU with Cisco to train 40,000 individuals in cybersecurity skills and awareness. The programme is designed with a strong focus on gender inclusivity, aiming to have 50 per cent of the participants be women.